Category: Industry Trends

The women of Global Media Desk are taking the opportunity to celebrate International Women’s Day 2018 by sharing their career achievements to raise awareness and forge a better working community. We asked the women who work at Global Media Desk to tell us a little more about their careers, what they are proud of, and what inspirational quote drives them forward.

Camila Barberis, Global Project Specialist

Tell us a little more about your career?
Two memorable achievements in my career were working on the feature film SPY and the mini series World Without End.

What is something you are most proud of?
Having a goal in mind and always going for it despite the obstacles or outcome. I know that in the end if its something you have in your head, it’s worth giving it a try.

Pick three words that describe yourself:
Positive, patient, and stubborn

Catherine Beeny, Director of Marketing

Tell us a little more about your career?

I always loved to write and had a vision of becoming a screenwriter. I began as a coffee gopher on TV and movie sets at Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. After falling in love with online marketing, I took the leap over to the dark side and never looked back. It has been a wild, fun, and rewarding ride.

What is something you are most proud of?

I am most proud of my children because they are a reflection of the lessons and the love I have tried to instill in them.

Ironey Sivongsay, Global Project Assistant

Tell us a little more about your career?

I became realtor to help a family member purchase a home after their parents lost the one they grew up in. Then I decided to move half way across the country to experience life when I found Optima Juris.

What is something you are most proud of and why?

I’m really proud of purchasing my first home at 25. It gives me a feeling of accomplishment and one day, I hope to raise a family there.

Pick three words that describe yourself:

Outgoing, spontaneous, and adaptable

Your favorite inspirational quote:

“The mystery of life isn’t a problem to solve, but a reality to experience.”– Frank Herbert

Karen Fahr, Marketing Associate

Tell us a little more about your career?
Creativity has always been the driving force in my career. It’s what makes me tick as a professional and why I am able to enjoy my work. I grow every day because of the women and men I work with, they push my designs and writing ability.

What is something you are most proud of and why?

Years ago, I started my own company and though the venture was ultimately unsuccessful it was the reason I found my passion and career path. Without that experience, I may have not found what I truly love doing.

Pick three words that describe yourself:
Passionate, quirky, and determined

Your favorite inspirational quote:
“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” – Maya Angelou

About Global Media Desk

The Global Media Desk has been helping producers and video production companies get better, more cost effective, and faster crews for productions around the world since 2000. We do this by tapping into our global network of creative video & photo talent that deliver world class production quality at the drop of the hat. Please contact us with any questions you may have about shooting in any country around the world. You can also request a free online quote to see how we can make your project a complete success.

About International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. www.internationalwomensday.com.
#IWD2017 #BeBoldForChange

The drone services market is expected to reach over $127 billion dollars by the year 2020. As drone technology soars this new high-demand service provides small and large companies the ability to capture images that were once too time consuming, costly, or logistically impossible. See how the top industries are using commercial drones to improve work productivity to their businesses in our latest drone infographic.

The Drone Revolution is Disrupting These Top Industries

Film/Photography. Drones are available to capture stunning aerial images and footage offering a new visual language. Real Estate. From skyscrapers to golf courses, drones can photograph, prospect, and help agents advertise their properties. News. Ability to deploy drones to cover breaking news, disasters, or war zones. Construction Sites. Drones can monitor and survey construction progress. First Responders. Drones are used for a variety of things ranging from forest fire fighting to disaster site rescues. Law Enforcement. Drones can be used to combat drug trafficking across borders, bomb threats, and search and rescue operations. Climate/Science Research. Drones assist in everything from weather patterns to counting wildlife and heard movements anywhere on the planet. Energy. Energy companies can monitor miles of pipelines and oil rigs. Agriculture. Drones can collect real-time data on crop health and yields. Package Delivery. Drones can deliver food and medical supplies to remote villages around the world.

Drone Technology Advancements

As technology progresses, here are some of advancements we can expect to see developed in drones:
Increased battery life
3D mapping
Better precision
Consumer package delivery
Bandwidth availability
Obstacle avoidance
Facial recognition
Increased coverage

Interesting Drone Facts

195 UAV manufactures
U.S. controls 35% of the drone market, compared to 30% for Europe, 15% for China, and 20% for the rest of the world
Seven million consumer and commercial drones could be shipped in the U.S. by 2020
Three million drones could be flying in China by 2019
Drone manufacturing and operation could create 100,000 new jobs within 10-15 years
47 percent of Americans are interested in drone deliveries
Photography is the top industry using drones in the U.S.
Real estate is the second largest industry using drones in the U.S.

About Skyvireo

Skyvireo.com is a Global Media Desk company, dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality, most cost-effective drone services around the world. Our constant striving for perfection in the way we provide drone services has led to new and exciting ways to better serve our customers. Above all, our aim is to provide clients with a hassle-free experience that will save them time, money, and eliminate frustration.

Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) have become a growing equipment trend in aerial photography and film. The possibilities of shooting with drones are endless and hold the promise of new creative options, real cost savings and possibly even safer sets. But before you go out and buy or hire the most expensive drone you can afford, you need to know the laws that come with commercial drone use.

The laws that regulate commercial use of drones vary from country to country. Some countries require permits and have very strict regulations about drone use while others are more open. Check out our overview of country regulations on drones:

Mexico

There are no laws on operating drones weighing under 2kg other than they cannot be used at night

A permit is required for operation of drones weighing between 2kg and 25kg

A permit and pilot license are required for operation of drones weighing over 25kg

Despite the lack of Mexican drone laws you should still be careful when operating a done in Mexico. Try to maintain visual contact with your drone at all times and avoid flying over large crowds or near airports.

South America

Brazil

drones cannot be used at a distance of less than 30 horizontal meters (approximately 100 feet) of people without their consent, except in cases of public security or civil defense operations.

drones weighing more than 150 kilograms (about 330 pounds) must undergo a certification process similar to that existing for manned aircraft and must be registered in the Registro Aeronáutico Brasileiro. Pilots must be over 18 years of age and must have a medical-aeronautical certificate, drone license, and authorization/operator’s license.

drones weighing between 25 kilos (about 55 pounds) and 150 kilos must be in conformity with technical requirements prescribed for manufacturers. Operators must be at least 18 years old and have a medical-aeronautical certificate, drone license, and operator’s license.

drones weighing between 250 grams (about 0.5 pounds) and 25 kilos need only be registered with the ANAC if operated up to 120 meters (about 394 feet) above the ground. For equipment weighing under 250 grams there are no requirements in the Regulation.

drones and model aircraft with a combustion engine, if they are flown within 1.5 kilometers of a residential area;

drones and model aircraft of all kinds if they are flown within 1.5 kilometers of an airport (flight at airports requires an additional clearance from German Aviation Control); and

drones and model aircraft of all kinds if flown at “night,” defined by the EU Implementing Regulation as the hours “between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil twilight.”

Drones and model aircrafts cannot be operated:

within 100 meters of or above people and public gatherings, the scene of an accident, disaster zones, other sites of operation of police or other organizations with security-related duties, and military drill sites;

within 100 meters of or above correctional facilities, military complexes, industrial complexes, power plants, and power generation and distribution facilities;

within 100 meters of or above the property of federal or state governments, diplomatic or consular missions, international organizations, and law enforcement and security agencies;

within 100 meters of or above federal highways, federal waterways, and railway systems;

above nature reserves;

above 100 meters;

above residential property if the drone or model aircraft weighs more than 0.25 kilograms or if it is able to receive, transmit, or record optical, acoustic, or radio signals;

in controlled airspace;

within 100 meters of or above hospitals.

The aviation authority may grant an exception to the general prohibitions in justified cases.

Norway

Use of drones is regulated by LuftfartstilsynetCivil Aviation Authority Norway. There are three operator categories, based on weight and flight.

RO1
RO 1 operators must notify the CAA Norway before starting up any new undertaking. Such notification shall contain information about the undertaking’s name, address and contact information, as well as information about the type of aircraft that will be used.

An RO 1 undertaking is an undertaking in which aircraft

with an MTOM of up to 2.5 kg and

a maximum speed of 60 knots

will be operated exclusively within VLOS during daylight hours and subject to fixed safety distances

RO2

RO 2 operators must obtain a license from the CAA Norway before starting up an undertaking. The application must be accompanied by a risk analysis and an operations manual.

An RO 2 undertaking is an undertaking in which aircraft

with an MTOM of up to 25 kg and

a maximum speed of 80 knots

will be used for VLOS or EVLOS operations during daylight hours and subject to fixed safety distances

RO3

RO 3 operators must obtain a license from the CAA Norway before starting up an undertaking. The application must be accompanied by a risk analysis and an operations manual.

An RO 3 undertaking is an undertaking in which the aircraft

have an MTOM of 25 kg or more, or

a maximum speed of 80 knots, or

is operated by a turbine engine, or

will be used for BLOS operations at altitudes of more than 120 metres, or

will operate in controlled airspace at altitudes of more than 120 metres, or

will operate over or in the vicinity of crowds of people other than in the cases mentioned in Section 51 third paragraph.

Switzerland

For the operation of drones and model aircraft with a weight of more than 30 kilograms a permit has to be obtained from the FOCA. In each individual case the FOCA specifies the applicable requirements and operating conditions. The criteria for the operation of drones and model aircraft with a weight of up to 30 kilograms are specified in the DETEC Ordinance on Special Categories of Aircraft.

If an operator wants to incorporate auxiliary devices such as binoculars or video goggles in order to extend the natural visual range, a permit has to be obtained from the FOCA (Licensing procedure).

Without exception, the operation of drones and model aircraft is strictly prohibited within game reserves and bird sanctuaries.

The recording of aerial images is permitted as long as the operator duly observes the regulations governing the protection of military installations. The operator must also observe the principle of protection of privacy and the provisions of the Federal Data Protection Act.

Anyone who operates a drone or model aircraft with a weight of more than 500 grams is required to take out liability insurance cover in the amount of at least 1 million Swiss francs to cover any damages that may be caused.

Restrictions apply with respect to the operation of drones and model aircraft in the vicinity of airfields and airports. For example, it is prohibited to operate such devices at a distance of less than 5 kilometres from runways.

United Kingdom

Regulations are contained within the Air Navigation Order 2016 (ANO 2016) and there are specific steps that must be taken if a drone is being flown for commercial operations.

You must have a Permission issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) before you conduct any commercial operations with your drone.

Applications should be made on the standard form SRG 1320 and information should also be supplied about the scope of the operation and where and when it will take place. In the majority of cases, only the ‘standard’ CAA permission is granted and this favours aircraft weighing no more than 7kg (15 lbs). Any aircraft weighing more than 20kg (44 lbs) are subject to a more involved process and are more difficult to approve. How to apply for a Permission.

Oceania

Australia

Drones under 2kg need to notify CASA at least five business days before their first commercial flight and agree to operate by the standard operating conditions and the guidance in advisory circular (AC) 101-10.

New Zealand

The Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (CAA) oversees the use of drones in New Zealand:

RPAS weighing between 15 and 25 kg must be constructed or inspected, approved and operated under the authority of a person or association approved for this purpose by the Director of Civil Aviation.

For RPAS over 25kg you must submit an ‘exposition’ showing that you have identified hazards and risks of your operation, and will always mitigate those risks. Each application will be considered on its merit.

An operator must not use airspace above people unless they have the consent of people below the flight.

An operator must not use airspace above an area of property unless prior consent has been obtained from any persons occupying that property or the property owner.

You can apply to the CAA to work though different options with an operator and/or to relax or remove one or both of the consent requirements altogether.

The operator is required to assess the risks involved and to provide a copy of an insurance policy that appropriately insures the operator in respect of third party risks which may be incurred.

Pilot Qualification
Evidence of pilot competency is required when making an application for permission to operate UAS

Operations Manual

The UAS operator is required to submit an operations manual covering the procedures to be followed for all envisaged operations of the UAS. This document is a key requirement to enable CAD to accurately assess the application and the safety case before deciding whether to grant a permission.

Guidance for the compilation of the UAS operations manual can be downloaded here.

Communication with ATC

The UAS operator shall inform the CAD/Aerodrome Supervisor before launching and on completion of the UAS operation.

The UAS operator shall provide his/her contact phone number to the CAD/Aerodrome Supervisor, who may instruct to stop the operation when necessary.

Operational Limitations
Any person who intends to operate a UAV is required to follow the operational conditions listed below, unless approved by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

Operation of UAVs in the daytime.

Operation of UAVs within Visual Line of Sight (VLOS).

Maintenance of a certain operating distance between UAVs and persons or properties on the ground/ water surface.

About Skyvireo

Skyvireo.com is a Global Media Desk company, dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality, most cost-effective drone services around the world. Our constant striving for perfection in the way we provide drone services has led to new and exciting ways to better serve our customers. Above all, our aim is to provide clients with a hassle-free experience that will save them time, money, and eliminate frustration.

Whether you call them UAV’s, UFO’s, or Tiny Flying Robots, drone popularity and adoption has been exponential of late. Although they are still in their infancy with regards to mass adoption and usage, drones have already demonstrated their value in niche industry applications. In both public and private sector organizations drones are saving companies time and money by easily performing duties that were once very time consuming with difficult logistics.

Let’s take a look at bridge inspection. In a nutshell, bridge inspectors climb bridges in order to test the bridge’s foundation integrity. As you can imagine, this is a very time consuming process, climbing up and down one beam at a time. In this particular case, drones can be retrofitted with a high quality gimbal that allows inspectors to view the bridge with the same detail as if they had climbed it. The time savings here means more money for the business and less risk for the inspector, a win-win if you will.

There are countless other ways that companies are benefitting from drones ranging from rush hour deliveries to surveying a hard to reach real estate. Drones have the most impact in areas where man cannot easily reach or cannot perform their duty in a timely manner.

Whether you have photography, cinematography, or data acquisition needs, businesses of all types are encouraged to become more educated on the vast opportunities drones present. Aerial surveying, film and TV, real estate, marketing professionals, construction companies, first responders, and insurance agencies are all great candidates. Drone adoption is inevitable due to their ability to increase work efficiency and productivity, while mitigating risks and decreasing workload, improving accuracy, and improving customer service.

About Skyvireo

Skyvireo.com is a Global Media Desk company, dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality, most cost-effective drone services around the world. Our constant striving for perfection in the way we provide drone services has led to new and exciting ways to better serve our customers. Above all, our aim is to provide clients with a hassle-free experience that will save them time, money, and eliminate frustration.

Some of the most stunning images and footage are now being captured through drone technology. Although aerial photography and footage are nothing new, access to drone services have made these types of shots affordable and streamlined. Marketers, ad executives, producers, and even construction professionals are hiring drone pilots to capture new innovative content by using angles and shots that were not previously possible.

Marketing Trend: Aerial Photography Services

No matter what industry you are in, drones are available to capture stunning aerial images that offer a new kind of visual language. Some of the hottest trends for 2017 include experimenting with 360-panoramas, night skylines, and top-view portraits. Drones are a great way to elevate any media project whether it’s for print or online.

Video Production Trend: Aerial Cinematography Services

Aerial footage is becoming an indispensable part of video productions. Drones offer creative ways to give companies a competitive edge, like filming inside a factory to show off its workforce and machinery. Television and film productions like BBC’s Planet Earth use drone technology to capture dramatic footage in 4k revealing adrenaline-filled action sequences and 360-degree bird’s eye views.

Fastest Growing Trend: Drone Mapping Services

Drone mapping is utilized in a variety of industries including, agriculture, inspection, construction, and mining, to help with efficiency. Drone mapping technology is quicker and cheaper than older methods, and the demand for this service is growing rapidly. Aerial mapping is a needful tool during all phases of construction projects and other commercial use.

About Skyvireo

Skyvireo.com is a Global Media Desk company, dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality, most cost-effective drone services around the world. Our constant striving for perfection in the way we provide drone services has led to new and exciting ways to better serve our customers. Above all, our aim is to provide clients with a hassle-free experience that will save them time, money, and eliminate frustration.

Thanks to major investments in infrastructure, luxury hotels, and exclusive convention centers, Peru has quickly become a hot destination for large-scale conferences, conventions, and meetings. Besides offering a variety of venues in the main cities and top-quality services, Peru also has amazing cuisine and a unique geography that make it that much more appealing as a destination.

Quick Stats

Capital: Lima

Population: 31,151,643 (estimate)

Country Code: +51

Time Zone:Peru Time (PET) UFC –5 hours

Official Languages: Spanish, Quechua, Aymara

Electricity: 220V / 60Hz

Airport: Jorge Chavez International (LIM)

Currency: Nuevo Sol (PEN), US dollar is accepted in most shops, supermarkets, restaurants and hotels

Credit Cards and Traveler‘s Cheques widely accepted? Yes

Sales Tax: 19.00%

Standard Tipping Practice: 10%

Average Hotel Room Rate: PEN 701

Average Daily Meal Cost: PEN 250

Average Weekly Car Rental: PEN 813

Location

Peru is located on the western side of South America. With an area of 1’285,215 square km (496,225 sq mi), Peru is bigger than France, Germany, Italy, Netherland, and Switzerland combined. It is the third largest country in South America and bordered to the north by Ecuador and Colombia, to the east by Brazil and Bolivia, to the south by Chile and to the west by the waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Highlands:
Dry season (May-October) – sunny days, very cold nights and scant rainfall
Rain season (December-March) – temperatures can often vary widely during the same day, from 20ºC (68ºF) to 2ºC (35ºF)

Jungle:
Summer or dry season (April to October) – sunny days and temperatures above 30ºC (86ºF)
Rain season (November to March) – frequent showers and high river levels

Traveling to Peru

Visa Entry Requirements
Most citizens from the Americas and Western Europe do not need a visa to enter Peru. Citizens of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Ecuador, Colombia, Bolivia, Venezuela, and Chile may enter with their valid national identification document.

Entry Points by LandEcuador: Aguas Verdes (Tumbes) via the Panamericana Highway and La Tina (Piura) from the city of LojaBolivia: Desaguadero and Kasani, for travelers coming from La Paz and CopacabanaChile: Paso the Santa Rosa (Santa Rosa Pass) (Tacna) via the Panamericana Highway

Hotels with Meeting Rooms

Lima

Sheraton Lima Hotel & Convention Center

Sleeping Rooms

431

Meeting Rooms

17

Largest MtgRm

15,802 Sq. Ft.

Meeting Space

45,000 Sq. Ft.

The Westin Lima Hotel & Convention Center

Sleeping Rooms

301

Meeting Rooms

20

Largest MtgRm

17,734 Sq. Ft.

Meeting Space

30,000 Sq. Ft.

El Pueblo Resort & Convention Center

Sleeping Rooms

218

Meeting Rooms

10

Largest MtgRm

1,600 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

3,000 Sq. Mtr.

Delfines Hotel & Casino

Sleeping Rooms

206

Meeting Rooms

14

Largest MtgRm

5,627 Sq. Ft.

Meeting Space

25,000 Sq. Ft.

Maria Angola Hotel and Casino

Sleeping Rooms

84

Meeting Rooms

7

Largest MtgRm

–

Meeting Space

25,000 Sq. Ft.

Country Club Lima Hotel

Sleeping Rooms

83

Meeting Rooms

14

Largest MtgRm

600 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

2,500 Sq. Mtr

Swissotel Lima

Sleeping Rooms

345

Meeting Rooms

12

Largest MtgRm

6,664 Sq. Ft.

Meeting Space

15,000 Sq. Ft.

JW Marriott Hotel Lima

Sleeping Rooms

300

Meeting Rooms

10

Largest MtgRm

550 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,400 Sq. Mtr.

Hilton Lima Miraflores

Sleeping Rooms

207

Meeting Rooms

9

Largest MtgRm

3,660 Sq. Ft.

Meeting Space

12,000 Sq. Ft.

Sol de Oro Suites Hotel

Sleeping Rooms

117

Meeting Rooms

8

Largest MtgRm

430 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,100 Sq. Mtr.

Gran Hotel Bolivar

Sleeping Rooms

99

Meeting Rooms

6

Largest MtgRm

597 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,100 Sq. Mtr.

Sonesta Hotel El Olivar Lima

Sleeping Rooms

134

Meeting Rooms

12

Largest MtgRm

319 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,000 Sq. Mtr.

Melia Lima

Sleeping Rooms

180

Meeting Rooms

13

Largest MtgRm

131 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

800 Sq. Mtr.

Belmond Miraflores Park – Lima, Peru

Sleeping Rooms

81

Meeting Rooms

7

Largest MtgRm

247 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

700 Sq. Mtr.

Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima

Sleeping Rooms

144

Meeting Rooms

7

Largest MtgRm

–

Meeting Space

700 Sq. Mtr.

Cusco

Belmond Hotel Monasterio

Sleeping Rooms

125

Meeting Rooms

3

Largest MtgRm

200 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,600 Sq. Mtr.

Palacio Del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel

Sleeping Rooms

203

Meeting Rooms

6

Largest MtgRm

243 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

900 Sq. Mtr.

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

Sleeping Rooms

153

Meeting Rooms

5

Largest MtgRm

625 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

900 Sq. Mtr.

Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado – Sacred Valley, Peru

Sleeping Rooms

23

Meeting Rooms

3

Largest MtgRm

500Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

600 Sq. Mtr.

Arequipa

Hotel Libertador Arequipa

Sleeping Rooms

88

Meeting Rooms

4

Largest MtgRm

435Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

800Sq. Mtr.

Aranwa Pueblito Encantado del Colca

Sleeping Rooms

41

Meeting Rooms

8

Largest MtgRm

327Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

600Sq. Mtr.

Chiclayo

WinMeier Hotel & Casino

Sleeping Rooms

94

Meeting Rooms

14

Largest MtgRm

600 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,200 Sq. Mtr.

Casa Andina Select Chiclayo

Sleeping Rooms

130

Meeting Rooms

–

Largest MtgRm

–

Meeting Space

7,000 Sq. Mtr.

Cajamarca

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cajamarca

Sleeping Rooms

71

Meeting Rooms

5

Largest MtgRm

–

Meeting Space

1,000 Sq. Mtr.

Ica

Hotel Las Dunas

Sleeping Rooms

132

Meeting Rooms

5

Largest MtgRm

540 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,000 Sq. Mtr.

Piura

Wyndham Costa del Sol Piura

Sleeping Rooms

95

Meeting Rooms

7

Largest MtgRm

–

Meeting Space

800 Sq. Mtr.

Pucallpa

Ucayali River Hotel

Sleeping Rooms

102

Meeting Rooms

9

Largest MtgRm

–

Meeting Space

1,800 Sq. Mtr.

Trujillo

Los Conquistadores Hotel

Sleeping Rooms

50

Meeting Rooms

6

Largest MtgRm

676 Sq. Mtr.

Meeting Space

1,500 Sq. Mtr.

Conference Interpreters in Peru

The right interpreter can be the difference between success and disaster for your event, so finding one to fit your exact needs is crucial. The Global Media Desk has professionally trained interpreters with proven track records throughout Peru. Our Interpreting Specialists will work with you to find the perfect interpreters to fit your needs and help make your event a complete success. Contact us today to find out more about booking one of our top-rated conference interpreters.

Event Photography Services in Peru

When you need the absolute best images for your event without the hassle, the choice is easy. We have been providing event photographers in Peru for over 15 years and our clients come back to us time and again. Simply tell us what you are looking for and we will provide the highest-quality local event photographer in Peru tailored to fit your needs. We pride ourselves on being the best in the business.

Videography Services in Peru

Specializing in conferences, trade shows, product launches, and newsworthy events of all kinds, our event videographers know how to capture the moment in a clear, journalistic fashion. Your event footage can be edited and distributed on DVD, in video press kits, over the Internet via webcast, or even live via satellite. Find out more about our experienced and respected local videographers in Peru.

Lomo Saltado – Strips of beef fried with onion, tomato, chilies and various herbs. Served with chips and rice.

Papa a la Huancaina – Sliced Boiled Potatoes covered in a cheesy, slightly spicy yellow sauce (which contains Turmeric) served on top of lettuce. This dish is usually garnished with a quarter of a hard-boiled egg and sometimes with olives too.

Papa Rellena – Mashed potato rolled into balls or ovals and then stuffed with ground meat and spices. They are then deep fried is the outside is a crispy brown.

Rococo Relleno – Stuffed Rococo peppers with a kick (they’re a little hot/spicy). They are usually filled with meat, onions, egg whites, olives and sometimes with nuts.

Tacu Tacu – Refried beans tossed with rice and accompanied with breaded or coated beef and an onion sauce.

About Us

Global Media Desk has been providing on-demand, high-quality, local production crews, photographers, and interpreters worldwide for over 15 years. We have seen and done it all, so please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about events in a specific country or region. Ready to hire the best local crew for you project? Fill out our free quote form and you can have access to the highest-quality crews. As simple as click. point. covered.

All average costs based on U.S. Government Per Diem rates as published by the U.S. General Services Administration.

From the “Fast and Furious” to the “Star Wars” movie franchises, Abu Dhabi is fast becoming the go-to location for film and tv production. Occupying more than 80 percent of the United Arab Emirates’ total land area, Abu Dhabi provides a variety of spectacular geographical locations to fit all types of filming needs. Here are our top five reasons why Abu Dhabi is a hot video production destination for 2016.

Filming Incentives

A very generous filming incentive of 30% cash back on everything production companies spend in the city makes Abu Dhabi an attractive option for filming. Plus, the Abu Dhabi Film Commission also offers free location scouting services, no sales tax, and help with securing permits.

Change of Venue

Looking for the perfect desert? That is what director J.J. Abrams found in Abu Dhabi for his latest feature film “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” Abu Dhabi also has a vast range of unique locations including pristine coastline with year-round sunshine, wild desert, natural oasis, and iconic architecture. All make stunning backdrops for filming, TV commercial spots, and photo shoots.

Enjoy some downtime

Every production needs a chance to relax and unwind and Abu Dhabi has the perfect venues. With six pay-and-play, certified PGA professional golf courses your crew will get the recharge they need to remain focused and productive.

Aerial/Drone Footage

Unlike many countries, the UAE government embraces the use of drone technology, but the Abu Dhabi Film Commission does require a permit for media production drone use in the Emirates. Keep in mind that cultural influences also play a role in what is allowed to be captured and local custom frowns upon capturing images of woman and children without consent, even in public places.

Climate

Abu Dhabi has a sub-tropical, arid climate where temperatures range from 10C (50F) in winter to around 48C (118F) in summer. The best time to plan a shoot is a generous 6 month range from November to April. Temperatures during this period are around 24C (75F) during the day, the ideal temperature to be filming or enjoying the outdoors.

Ready to plan your next production or project in Abu Dhabi?

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For 17 days this summerthe world will come together to watch the biggest sporting event on the planet. Brought to you by over 140,000 TV and broadcast stations around the world, let’s take a look at the numbers projected to break broadcasting and social media records.

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When it comes to popular film festivals two names usually begin every conversation, Cannes and Sundance. Thanks to the popularity of these two events, an explosion of new genre-specific film festivals have cropped up and created endless opportunities for filmmakers to share their work. From female empowerment to science-fiction, here are our top eight international film festivals to get excited about in 2016.

Hong Kong International Film Festival Society

The Hong Kong International Film Festival has an exciting reputation for promoting and launching new Asian talent. The film fest was founded in 1977, and has grown into one of Asia’s largest film events, screening over 300 films annually. Since 2004, HKIFFS has transformed the film fest from a local experience into an internationally prestigious event.

Newport Beach Film Festival

Located in our backyard, the Newport Beach Film Festival continues to grow year after year, without losing focus on its local roots. The NBFF operates at multiple Orange County venues, including the Orange County Museum of Art, Lido Live Theater, and Big Newport in Fashion Island, one of the largest screens on the West Coast. Now in its seventeenth year, the NBFF screens well over 300 films in just eight days. Another unique component is its proximity to Los Angeles, where a myriad of film buyers, agents, distributors, and artists attend this prestigious film fest to participate in panels and free seminars.

Female Eye Film Festival

This international film festival is Canada’s only competitive international female directors’ event. Showcasing high-end independent films and honoring women from around the globe in the categories of best-of-debut, emerging, and established. FeFF is also bridging the gap between written, visual, and media arts with a newly established program called FeFF Photo Exhibits.

For three consecutive years (2013-2015) the FeFF was voted, “Top 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee,” by Movie Maker Magazine. While this film festival celebrates women, a program called Script Development is open to both men and women.

Edinburgh International Film Festival

Established in 1947, the Edinburgh International Film Festival is the world’s longest continually-running film festival. Though it may not boast the A-list premieres of other European film festivals, the EIFF has developed into a crucial hub for the UK and international film industry. The EIFF emphasizes on new talent, innovation, and development.

Fantastic Fest

Fantastic Fest started in 2005, focusing on genre focused films such as horror, science fiction, fantasy, and action from around the globe. This annual event takes place in September at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, Texas, and fills eight screens over eight days. Hosting both established and new talent, the Fantastic Fest was recently named “25 Coolest Film Festivals” by Movie Maker Magazine.

Oaxaca FilmFest

Oaxaca FilmFest was founded in Mexico in 2010, and since then has grown to be one of the largest international film festivals in Latin America. Nearly six years later, attendees continue to boast about the opportunities to mingle with well-known directors, writers, and producers from around the world. OFF recently allied with Sundance Film to create a variety of workshops covering everything from digital distribution to project marketing. OFF also offers budget-friendly rates and assistance to filmmakers in need.

American Film Festival – US in Progress

American Film Festival’s US in Progress is a unique film industry event connecting European buyers to American independent filmmakers. The initiative started back in 2011, and is hosted in a two-market event. The first taking place in Paris, France in June, and the second in Wroclaw, Poland in October. This film festival aims at strengthening trans-Atlantic relationships with distribution and post-production contracts. Top prizes include $40,000 in post-production services and film premieres at Sundance and Cannes.

Citizen Jane Film Festival

With women directing just 2 percent of the U.S.’s top 700 films in the last seven years, Citizen Jane Institute is aiming to reverse the trend with a film festival focused on female filmmakers. The CJFF is an international four-day retreat attended by a mix of experienced professionals and up-and-coming talent. The CJFF is known for screening narratives, documentaries, and short films.

The CJFF has also set up pre-festival summits, runs a filmmaking camp for girls, and holds free workshops year round.

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With the holidays fast approaching it is the perfect time to remember what this time of year is all about. While decorations, festive dinners, and non-stop shopping sprees are icons of the season, connecting with people is at the core of what makes any holiday special. Below is a list of notable organizations that help touch people’s lives in areas of health, human rights, education, youth outreach, and disaster relief. Giving to those in need is what brings us all a bit closer together throughout the year.

Direct Relief works to improve the health of people living in high-need areas by strengthening fragile health systems and increasing access to quality health care in 70 countries around the world.
Donate: https://secure2.convio.net/dri/site/Donation2

Donate to victims of the Nov. 13th Paris Terrorist attacks. Donations made in honor of the victims will therefore support Foundation de France’s new program “Give For France” dedicated to support organizations addressing the needs of the victims of the attacks and their families and healing from terrorism and radicalization, through educational programs and citizenship initiatives.
Donate: http://fdnweb.org/ffdf/donors/how-to-give/

MAP International is a global health and relief organization that partners with people living in conditions of poverty to save lives and develop healthier families and communities.
Donate: http://www.map.org

UNICEF works to give a fair chance in life to every child, everywhere, especially the most disadvantaged. From distributing lifesaving aid to children in the aftermath of World War II to fighting Ebola, UNICEF has been working for children for almost 70 years.
Donate: http://www.unicef.org

The United Nations Foundation dedicates themselves to reducing childhood mortality from disease, advocating for the rights of women and girls, improving disaster relief, creating a clean energy future, and ensuring a strong, well-funded UN.
Donate: http://www.unfoundation.org/how-to-help/donate/

A few organizations that are near and dear to the Global Media Desk team:

International Medical Corps is working to relieve the suffering of those impacted by war, natural disaster and disease by delivering vital health care services that focus on training, helping devastated populations return to self-reliance.
Donate: https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/donate

The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is the largest humanitarian network in the world. Its mission is to alleviate human suffering, protect life and health, and uphold human dignity especially during armed conflicts and other emergencies
Donate: http://www.icrc.org/eng/donations/

MOAS (the Migrant Offshore Aid Station) is dedicated to preventing loss of life at sea by providing professional search and rescue assistance to people who find themselves in distress on high sea or trapped on unsafe vessels.
Donate: http://www.moas.eu/donate/

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